Archived Cam Test - 04/03/08

I was looking through all sorts of old videos and tests and things and came across this video, from over a year ago. We shot this the day we got our Redrock adapter for our HVX, using an old 50mm nikon. It was the nicest day in months, the sun was shining and we finally had all the equipment we had been dreaming of for years. So as a test, we went outside and rolled on Me and roomate, at the time, Ryan Falcheck...it features sunshine/a great ball/and some suburb(?) dancing by meeee...Enjoy

The music is by Mason Proper (really great band from MI. Check them out!)

I also, while wasting a few minutes in a blockbuster, bought a few movies.

1. Synecdoche New York
2. Burn After Reading
3. The Wrestler

#1 is amazing! One of the most original films i have ever seen. Its definitely an experience. Charlie Kaufman knows how to tell a story like no other.
#2, I haven't seen yet, but have heard some good things.
#3 was one of my favorite films of last year. I didnt have too many expectations. I have always liked Aronofsky films, so i figured it would be alright. It is a great film.

Have you seen any of these 3? What did you think?

Goodnight.

Took a chance on a big jet plane..

I arrived at LAX Thursday night at 9. My friend Chris (Stevie in the STEVIE WONDERSHOW) picked me up with a slew of friendly faces in the vehicle. Friday morning I woke up at 7 and began setting up apartments to check out throughout the day. I was out of the house by 9 and managed to view 5 places before 1:30. My two goals by Monday are:

1. Find a place for me, Colleen, Mike and Andrew to live
2. Find a job, anywhere, that will enable us to get into an apartment

Ive found some pretty sweet places so far. But its hard to commit to a place before anyone else gets here to check it out. Luckily. Mike and Andrew will be driving out from Albuquerque in the morning and will be here in the evening.

Today, im going to finish a website for my parents restaurant, like i said i was going to be this weekend. When i was back in Michigan I had andrew come over and take some sweet pictures of the food. With the payment of deliciousness in his mouth. Fortunately for me, he had just ate dinner before he came over. So when he was done, Colleen and I got to split several meals.

Chicken Tuscany, Salmon (left), Cherry Chicken Pasta, Lamb & Shrimp Cocktail. This is why I love going back to Michigan. Delicous free food constantly.

So if you are ever in Marine City, MI or in that area. You need to definitely check out The Little Bar. Easily the best food in a 20 mile radius!

So the next few days will be very eventful as Andrew and Mike arrive, and we get settled someplace and start to get awesome. We have lots of new ideas that we plan to pursue over the next few months. Episodic feel good films, music videos, commercials, and more fun stuff!

TODAY I want everyone to check out a film called 'Colin'. It showed at Cannes this year and has been getting great reviews. Its a zombie flick from the perspective of a zombie named Colin, shot on $72.

More info at colinmovie.com

I am not a horror fan at all. But this film seems way more intelligent and original then most, and is a remarkable achievement for the writter/director. I cannot wait to see it.

Organized Chaos

For the past 4 years I haven't lived in one place for more than 6 months. I often have this feeling that makes it difficult to be productive. I never can get into a routine, that allows me to be more efficient. By the time I do, I'm ready to pack my stuff and head off someplace else. I always say things i want to do on a regular basis, and integrate into my daily routine...but i don't have a routine to begin with. So i forget about it and say "When i settle someplace, ill be able to do that...". But sometimes i think if I actually will do it...or if I'm just making excuses for not doing certain things.

I will find out. I will be in LA this Thursday and plan on staying there for a few years. We will see. I want to exercise more and build some muscle where i lost it in my shoulders after i broke my body several years ago. Need consistency.

I want you to check out a song/video i like. Reminds me of 'Goodness'.

Beck- Girl
by shades2006

Enjoy. Ryan.

I guess I'll make a blog.

Hello,

I've decided to put together a Blog. I will try to write in this as much as possible, I've always failed in the past, when it came to updating something like this. But this time will be different. I'll post photos + videos + awesome links, and talk about everything going on in life!

This is my last week in Michigan for another long while. I am moving to LA this thursday. I've been living in Albuquerque for the past 6 months, and have decided to move again for several reasons.

1 : My lady, Colleen, is moving there this summer, so now we can finally be in the same city for once!!!
2 : Why not? I love palm trees and the ocean, and I can fit all my possessions in my car. Soo....
3 : We just finished our film THE STEVIE WONDERSHOW, and LA will be a good place to have screenings and meet people.
4 : I LOVE palm trees.
5 : LA isnt a bad place to try and find some good work. I feel im becoming more marketable so im confident ill be able to land some good gigs.
6 : I'll have lots of good friends out there, so I can enjoy life!

I'm only a little nervous. I dont have a place to live yet. Dont have a job lined up. I have enough moeny to survive for 1 month. The countdown starts now to find a job!

I want to recommend everyone check out a link at the end of each post:
Todays : RIP: A REMIX MANIFESTO



DOWNLOAD THE MOVIE FOR FREE @ http://www.ripremix.com/

Have a delightful evening,
Ryan